If you’re planning a backpacking trip, you’re going to need appropriate footwear. Usually, you’ll be contending with varying terrain and adverse weather, both of which will need heavy-duty shoes which ...

A lightweight hiking boot, as far as we're concerned, is anything under 500g. When it comes to short hikes or fast hikes, ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Footwear News may receive an affiliate commission. A stout, dependable hiking boot is your ticket to the ...

Don’t knock cold weather adventure until you try it. Hikes during the winter and shoulder seasons — which include March, April, September, October and November — are some of the best times to hit the ...

With trail runners leading the way as the most popular footwear on-trail, it would be understandable to think that the traditional hiking boot is on its way out. But this year's test suggests ...

Backpacking is more complex than throwing a tent, a sleeping bag and some Ramen Noodles in a pack and hitting a trail. If you’re going to cover a number of miles and stay out for a night or more, you ...

Of all the hiking apparel, it’s your boots that hold the most weight. The best hiking boots are the ones that not only support you on the terrain you’re crossing and are durable enough to do the job ...

Looking for a hiking boot that's as comfortable as a HOKA sneaker? The waterproof Transport Chukka GTX is calling your name.

Buying quality boots is the first step. Backpacking boots can be intimidating. Words like crampons, footbed, Gore-Tex, Cordura, midsole, outsole, shank and rand are just a few of the many high-tech ...

Backpacking is more complex than throwing a tent, a sleeping bag and some Ramen noodles in a pack, and hitting a trail. If you’re going to cover a number of miles and stay out for a night or more, you ...